Foot & ankle international
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the results of operative treatment of recurrent peroneal tendon dislocations followed by accelerated rehabilitation incorporating early range of motion and intermittent immobilization. ⋯ This procedure was reliable for preventing recurrent peroneal tendon instability. Range of motion was nearly normal, immobilization time was minimal, and all patients returned to daily activities and sports within 3 months of surgery.
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Comparative Study
Ligamentous Lisfranc joint injuries: a biomechanical comparison of dorsal plate and transarticular screw fixation.
The current treatment of displaced ligamentous injuries of the tarsometatarsal (TMT) joints is open reduction and rigid fixation using transarticular screws. This technique causes further articular surface damage that theoretically may increase the risk of arthritis. Should the screws break, hardware removal is difficult. An alternative method that avoids these potential complications is rigid fixation using dorsal plates. ⋯ Dorsal plating may be an alternative to transarticular screws in the treatment of displaced Lisfranc injuries.